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Robeson County board approves sole‑source Gizmo science license for K–12
Summary
The Public Schools of Robeson County unanimously approved a sole‑source purchase of Explore Learning’s Gizmo science license, which administrators said has been in district use for at least three years and supports online virtual experiments for K–12 science instruction.
Erica Setzer introduced a sole‑source vendor request for Explore Learning’s Gizmo science platform, describing it as an online set of virtual experiments used districtwide in the science curriculum for kindergarten through 12th grade and in use for "at least for 3 years."
During questioning, board members confirmed grade coverage and purpose. "It's online and virtual experiments for science," Setzer said, explaining the product supports classroom experiments and aligns with science instruction.
Doctor Emmanuel moved to approve the sole‑source procurement; Vonte Leach seconded. The board voted unanimously to approve the Gizmo license.
No additional procurement details (contract length or dollar amount) were provided in the discussion recorded in the transcript; the board recorded the motion and its unanimous approval.
